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Forcible Entry/ Forcible…
39 members
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Tools and Equipment
29 members
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Engine Company Ops
52 members
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FDNY
88 members
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Tommy Truck
36 members
Randy C. Rider's Discussions
Cutters Edge Saw
Replied Feb. 14, 2009
The use of acquired structures for live burn training
Replied May. 18, 2008
Training Firefighters for dangerous tactics
Replied Apr. 3, 2008
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All things under the heading Forcible entry/ exit. Tools, methods (which are most effective in your area?) , locks, bars, gates, enclosures (What's new on the buildings?), Bolt patterns on commercial occupancy rear doors, Tips and tricks!
Reviews of Fire Service tools and equipment. Please justify your approval or disapproval of a tool or equipment.
This Group will cover operations at the engine company level. Ideas will be viewed and commented on to build the better Engine Company.
This group will promote discussion and debate about the many functions, personalities, tactics, training and policies of the FDNY. Whether you are a member of the FDNY or another company or department, you should find some of these issues interesting
Looking for personal experiences/stories of how Tom Brennan inspired, lead, or taught you about firefighting. From Random Thoughts, to war stories of the hey day in Brooklyn's Nut House, to growing up in his household.
Profile Information
- Residence.
- Tonawanda, New York
- Department:
- Sheridan Park Fire Department Sheridanparkfire.com
- Title/rank:
- Training Officer, Past Chief
- Years of public service:
- 14
- Agency structure:
- Volunteer fire department
- Top issues in your department:
- Politic's
- Professional Qualifications:
- Numerous county,state,federal certifications.
- Topics you provide training for:
- Engine & Truck Ops, F.A.S.T., Extrication etc.
- Areas of expertise:
- Is anyone an expert? I'm a student
- Bio:
- My name is Randy Rider, I am a fourth generation firefighter in my 13th year at my fire department. I just completed my term as chief of the department and I now serve as training officer. I also serve as a Fire Instructor for Erie County. I joined this page because I am passionate about firefighting. I believe in the brotherhood of firefighters, a brother is a brother no matter what! It isn't just a saying it's a way of life.
- Web site:
- http://Erie.gov/fire
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This group will focus on aggressive interior firefighting. We will address tactics that increase your chance of not getting jammed up and cover what actions to undertake if you do.We will cover some big issues as well as small tactical tips
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